2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz E and 2002 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | E | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |